Desserts
High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
A quick, creamy single-serve cheesecake made with cottage cheese and cream cheese. High-protein, low effort, and perfect when you want something sweet fast.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This is one of those low-effort recipes that actually delivers. It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and feels like dessert, but takes almost no time to throw together.
Simple Ingredients
This works because of how simple it is, not in spite of it.
Cottage cheese gives you protein and structure, while cream cheese brings that classic richness. The texture mostly comes down to how smooth you blend it and what sweetener you use.
If you’re using liquid sweetener, something concentrated works best because it mixes smoothly and doesn’t affect the texture.
- Monk fruit drops (very concentrated, about 5 drops = 1 tsp sugar, so one bottle lasts a long time): https://amzn.to/4rTzAjq
If you prefer a powdered option, this is the one I use now:
- Monk fruit + allulose blend: https://amzn.to/4uI6vdk
I used to use monk fruit with erythritol, but it always gave me brain fog. This version is noticeably better and doesn’t have that after-effect.
Best Ways to Enjoy It
Chill it fully and eat it straight from the fridge. That’s when it sets into that soft, creamy cheesecake texture.
Inspiration
At CraveSmart, we take simple viral ideas and turn them into versions that actually work consistently.
Tools That Make This Turn Out Right
This is one of those recipes where the texture depends heavily on how you prepare it.
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Immersion blender (easiest option)
This is the simplest way to get a completely smooth texture without transferring anything to a full blender.
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Blender (if preferred)
Vitamix: https://amzn.to/4uNl7Iy
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Ramekin with lid
This makes the whole process easier since you can bake, chill, and store everything in one container.
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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
40 mins + chill
Servings
1
Calories
349
Protein
16g
Carbs
9g
Fat
27g
Ingredients
Switch between US and metric measurements. Metric conversions are approximate.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 tbsp sweetener (or liquid sweetener like monk fruit) 30ml sweetener (or liquid sweetener like monk fruit)
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tbsp cottage cheese 45ml cottage cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese 57g cream cheese
- 1 large egg 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract 5ml vanilla extract
Optional
- 2 tbsp blueberries 30ml blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F / 165°C.
- In a container or bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cream cheese, egg, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until completely smooth using an immersion blender or standard blender. This step is what gives the cheesecake a smooth texture instead of a grainy one.
- Lightly grease a 6–8 oz ramekin or small baking dish.
- Pour the mixture into the dish.
- Add the blueberries on top and gently swirl them into the batter.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until set but slightly soft in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let cool.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.
Tips
- Blend thoroughly to avoid any cottage cheese texture.
- Don’t overbake—slightly soft in the center gives the best texture after chilling.
- Let it fully chill for the best cheesecake consistency.
- A small crumble of graham cracker on top adds a classic cheesecake feel without needing a full crust.
Variations
- Swap blueberries for raspberries, strawberries, or chocolate chips.
- Use low-fat cream cheese to reduce calories.
- Add lemon zest for a brighter flavor.
Storage
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Best served cold straight from the fridge.
FAQ
Does it taste like cottage cheese?
No. Once blended and baked, it tastes like a light cheesecake with a smooth texture.
Can I skip the cream cheese?
You can, but the texture will be less rich and more custard-like.
Can I make it without a blender?
Yes. An immersion blender is actually the easiest option for this.
Source Note
Inspired by a simple high-protein cheesecake trend and adapted for a quick, single-serve CraveSmart version.
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